2006 Eb V8

[BrooklynBay]

Here is a link that has the information you need: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=118654&highlight=5r55w It is for the 5 speed 5R55W, but after you read it, you will know what to do on your 6 speed automatic.

 

[Garth]

Kind of a different question here, dont want to start thread just to ask so. Does the 06 comes with a cabin air filter?

 

[Garth]

Does the navigation offer up to the minute traffic aid?

 

[bojans]

No, the Navi doesn't offer traffic updates

 

[The CEO]

It should though. It would simply require software modifications and would make it a huge selling point for Ford.

 

[Garth]

If its that simple then Ford should get on it right away. I have seen the industry promoting navigation as a fuel saver, especialy when it has the update feature.

 

[The CEO]

Its that simple for new units. For the thousands of units already out there it would require a "recall" or for the owner to stop in on their own accord for the reprogramming. Then there is the issue of who will pay for the tech to do the work; Ford or the consumer?

 

[Garth]

As long they treat it as a service call I dont think there should be much worry from the consumer. Ford should set a fixed price for the upgrade, then people would determine if its worth their while or not.

 

[FJB20]

Don't know how we got off the hesitation on the 06's But mine does the same and just when you are ready to make a move -- Hesitation --
Gotta be a way to solve this Really not happy with the response
Going onto a traffic circle Made my move Scary when nothing happens for 2 seconds Hope we find the fix

 

[bitkahuna]

Its that simple for new units. For the thousands of units already out there it would require a "recall" or for the owner to stop in on their own accord for the reprogramming. Then there is the issue of who will pay for the tech to do the work; Ford or the consumer?

What tech work, all it would require is a new DVD.

 

[Garth]

DVD = Digital Video Disk.


I suppose the solution for the hesitation is also as simple.

 

[Crizz]

DvD = Digital VERSATILE Disc !!

 

[bitkahuna]

DVD = Digital Video Disk.

I suppose the solution for the hesitation is also as simple.

Hehe, um, no. Hesitation is in a tranny or engine ECU. The navi software though is all on the DVD you insert behind the screen.

 

[The CEO]

The tech work I am referring to is a Ford technitian actually reprogramming the unit. I am sure most consumer have no idea how the OS and other aspects of the Navi unit work.

 

[bitkahuna]

The tech work I am referring to is a Ford technitian actually reprogramming the unit. I am sure most consumer have no idea how the OS and other aspects of the Navi unit work.

OK, I thought you meant a technician at a dealer. But Ford didn't do any of the programming on the navi - Pioneer did.

 

[Garth]

Poineer units a usually very good. Its a good idea for Ford to continue using them.

 

[Garth]

Everything these days are run by some kind of software and if Ford would work the kinks out of it, I am sure the hesitation problem could be addressed properly.


Though I thing its done intentionally so to obtain the required mpg. and thats the reason why even after the new torque and hp #s there is no mark off the line inprovement.

Since the navigation unit does not adversely effect mileage Ford should just go a head and up the software. I mean they forgot to put guages in the cluster and a few other minors but these are the things that takes the vehicle from good to better.

 

[SHUMAX]

My EB, with 5,000 miles, is going to the shop this Friday for:

Alignment issues---pulls left on every road I'm on; most notably on the highway. I suspect poor alignment.

Shimmy, mainly in the seats (rear wheels?), at 75mph on highway--any surface. Can feel it a BIT in the steering wheel, but it's noticable most in the seats. Annoying on a long trip, like the one I just returned from. Wonder if faulty alignment could be adding to this, or if it's just a balance issue? Did I mention that it was annoying? It is.

Moisture in drivers side tailight

Hesitation issues at take-off


That seems like a lot of issues for a car with 5,000 miles.

Shumax

 

[cwescapexlt4x4]

Thankfully none of those issues, the hesitation happens occasionally, but i attribute some of that due to the drive by wire.

 

[FJB20]

That drive by wire (hesitation)can be dangerous particularly at intersections
Hope someone comes up with the fix